Shield AI's V-BAT Drone to Support Polish Naval Operations

Shield AI's V-BAT Drones Join the Polish Naval Fleet

U.S. defense technology company Shield AI has announced that Poland's Armament Agency has formally signed a contract to procure V-BAT vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drones, aimed at enhancing the Polish Navy's operational capabilities.

Under the terms of the agreement, the V-BAT fleet will be deployed aboard Polish naval vessels to conduct maritime domain awareness missions and provide intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) support. The addition gives Polish forces access to a combat-proven, cost-effective unmanned systems solution.

About the V-BAT

The V-BAT is a ducted-fan VTOL unmanned aircraft capable of vertical take-off and landing on space-constrained ship decks, requiring no conventional runway or catapult launch system — making it particularly well-suited for maritime combat environments. Its long endurance and high maneuverability make it an ideal platform for naval ISR missions.

Advancing Polish Naval Modernization

This procurement forms part of Poland's ongoing military modernization drive. By integrating the V-BAT, the Polish Navy will gain significantly enhanced maritime surveillance and intelligence-gathering capabilities, contributing to Poland's overall defense posture in the Baltic Sea region.

Shield AI noted that the V-BAT has already been adopted by naval and defense organizations in multiple countries, and that the Polish contract further validates the system's competitiveness and operational utility in the international market.

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